Gujarat BSF foils infiltration attempt in Banaskantha

Border Security Force (BSF) troops neutralised a Pakistani intruder who was attempting to cross into Indian territory in Gujarat's Banaskantha district on Friday night.

"BSF troops successfully neutralised a Pakistani intruder attempting to enter Indian territory in Banaskantha district, Gujarat, on May 23, 2025 during night," said BSF Gujarat.

"Alert BSF troops spotted one  suspicious person advancing towards border fence after crossing  International Border. They challenged the intruder, but he continued to advance, prompting them to open fire. The intruder was neutralised on the spot," said BSF's statement.

Notably, this is a second such incident in a week. BSF troops in Amritsar in Punjab apprehended an intruder from Pakistan on Tuesday.  

"On May 20, during the evening hours, vigilant troops observed the suspected movement of a person who crossed the international border and started approaching the border security fence. In a swift response, the troops challenged him to stop and subsequently apprehended him," the BSF said in a statement.

The intruder revealed his identity as a Pakistani national. Upon searching, ₹330 in Pakistani currency was recovered from his possession.

The Pakistani national was apprehended from the border area adjacent to Karimpura village in Amritsar (Rural) district, it said.

After initial questioning by the BSF and sister agencies, the Pakistani intruder has been handed over to local police for further investigation and to determine his motive for crossing the international border.

Vigilant BSF troops once again displayed their keen observation, followed by swift execution to apprehend the illegal Pakistani crosser into the Indian territory, it added.

The BSF, responsible for safeguarding the 553-km-long varied, tough, and challenging India-Pakistan border in Punjab, is guarding borders round the clock with unflinching dedication after braving innumerable challenges, including inclement weather conditions and a spate of smuggling.

The BSF, as a border guarding force, not only protects the populace in bordering areas but ensures their well-being through various civic action programmes.

These encompass free medical camps, skill development training, coaching for Central Armed Police Forces and army recruitment, sports tournaments, and cultural activities. Additionally, the BSF makes concerted efforts to assist the needy residents in the bordering areas.

(With inputs from syndicated feed)